Rich Cole
Rich Cole knew he wanted to be a gunsmith from an early age. In 1980 he realized his dream by starting his career as a gunsmithing apprentice for Beretta USA. He also traveled to the Beretta factory in Italy to continue his education. In 1985 he opened his own shop in Maine while continuing to do contract work for Beretta. He quickly became known for his expertise with fine Italian made guns, and Cole Gun became a household name among clay target shooters. For the past 35 years Rich has focused on things like gun fit, custom stocking, adjustable combs and more. Today Rich is highly regarded as one of the industry's trusted authorities on shotgun function and fit. Cole Guns and Gunsmithing has a staff of 15 with shops in 4 locations in Maine, Florida and Texas. The company serves clients from all 50 states as well as many countries from around the world.
